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can remember seeing Jon Gadsby on the tele at my grandparent’s house. It would have been 1987, which by my calculations, would have been an episode of McPhail and Gadsby. The entire lounge room was filled with raucous laughter – over what, I’ll never know – I mean, I was in my pyjamas and barely six. But something that always stuck in my mind was the comedic hold Gadsby had over my whānau while I stared up, wide-eyed and bemused at the mirth bouncing around my family.

It only just hit me as we celebrate the 200th issue of Avenues that I have the honour of carrying on a small part of Jon’s legacy.

As our founding editor, Jon was instrumental in establishing the magazine you’re holding in your hands. For those of you who don’t know, Avenues was created by Jon and his sister Sharon Collins. We’ve been the ‘Magazine Ōtautahi Lives By’ for over 18 years. It’s immense to even comprehend, considering the evolution we’ve all endured here in the city – both good and bad.

In this issue, we warmly welcome our family back. Former editor Yvonne Martin checks in to fill us in on her post-Aves life. We also celebrate Kim Newth, who has filled our pages for close to 150 issues – an impressive feat. Kim also reconnects with Nick Inkster, the bearded lad behind OGB, The Austin Club, and Paddy McNaughton’s. Kim first interviewed Nick early on in his journey to becoming one of Ōtautahi’s leading hospitality mavens when Avenues was in its formative years.

And I raise my pen skyward to Jon Gadsby, QSM. I’m sure he would be proud to see Avenues’ growth. More than 12,000 pages, endless contributors, artists, writers, and stories of our people, not to mention the multitudes of clients who have stuck with us since day one –you know who you are, and we thank you for your support.

Happy 200, Avenues. Now, let’s get cracking on the next 200.

Joshua Brosnahan Editor rsvns@azur.co.nz +64 3 4090 588 www.azur.co.nz 4

We toast to our 200th issue with the Clover Club cocktail, thanks to gingin.

Photo courtesy of Strange Nature Gin.

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IT’S TIME TO BE HAPPY

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FROM WATER TO WINE

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TRAVELLING THE WINE TRAIL

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CARL AND YVONNE: A LOVE STORY

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CHIT CHAT

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EDUCATION

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CULTURE CLUB

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HOME

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WATCH THIS SPACE

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DESTINATION

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COUTURE

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PAMPER

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LOVE LOCAL

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HERITAGE

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LUST OVER THIS The CBD just got a little sweeter, thanks to the opening of Wonderlust, the latest dessert shop on High Street. It’s the first to bring liquid nitrogen ice cream to the city, along with ‘crazy floss’ and other desserts such as flavoured eclairs, brownies, and more. Wonderlust also gives you the unique experience of your ice cream being made in front of you, with clouds of liquid nitrogen. Come for the ice cream, but stay for the show! Wonderlust’s flavours are ever-changing with combinations that are weird, wonderful, and absolutely worth getting brain freeze for. @wonderlust_nz

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TRULY DIFFERENT Hapa took out our Best Retail category in the 2021 A List Awards, and this beautiful handappliqued hibiscus and bird cushion from The Bluebell Club is a great example of why they’re your favourite store! The Blue Bell Club is a Pasifika business offering one-off, colourful, truly different homewares available at Hapa. hapa.co.nz

TIME FOR A TEA BATH Think of Brew Pockets as big, compostable tea bags for the bath.

Now, stick with us, here! These create a colourful and relaxing bath experience, which leaves you feeling revitalised and oh-so silky smooth. They’re filled with a beautiful blend of dried herbs and flowers, together infusing the water with vitamins and antioxidants. Soaking in a ‘Tea Bath’ detoxifies the skin, relaxes and relieves tension, soothes aching muscles and joints, stimulates circulation, and also helps chase away a cold. It is only March; there better not be any colds on the horizon, people! Hop to it, and brew yourself a bath. thegatherers.co.nz

MEDITATE ON COLOUR Areaware’s Gradient Puzzle is a vibrant way to meditate on colour. The act of putting it together is slow and deliberate, where the colour of each piece is used to locate its proper position.

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CULTURE CLUB

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n my last editorial, I described 2022 as a ‘year of culture’ with the hopes that artists and creatives would take back to the stages, microphones, and soapboxes throughout the city. I certainly didn’t predict that our country would be in the red two days after sending our February issue to print. With this changing of the proverbial traffic signal, many events I promoted have now been cancelled or postponed until a time of certainty – when that is, nobody knows. So, this month’s Culture Club listings look slightly different, but one of them (Boosted) is a vital lifeline to many of the people who make us laugh, dance, sing, and sometimes cry. I encourage you to check it out. Many are performing smaller gigs, and their work is still available online. It’s up to us to keep these people bringing colour to our lives. Aside from that, I’ve reviewed a film to make you proud of the potential of humanity, a perfectly distracting podcast, and an impeccably made television series – not for the faint of heart.

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In what seems like a lifetime ago, in 2018, there was a daring rescue deep in a Thai cave. A football team and their coach were stuck in the cave network during a monsoon, and conditions were only getting worse.

The Rescue, available to stream on Disney+, follows the journey of several hobbyist divers and how they had the weight of the world on their shoulders as they undertook one of the most complicated rescue operations in modern history. Your faith in humanity will be restored, but you’ll also cry.

If you’re in as much need of an escape as I am, then I wholeheartedly recommend SmartLess. A holy trinity of comic actors, Will Arnett, Sean Hayes, Jason Bateman, take a refreshing approach to an interviewstyle podcast. In revealing conversations, they chat with everyone from actress Sandra Bullock to filmmaker Michael Moore to United States Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy. It’s not too heavy, light on the politics, and informative – all the while being fun and entertaining.

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THE ‘BEAUTIFUL’ GAME One of the latest series to drop on Neon is Yellowjackets.

This Showtime psychological drama is one hell of a watch. It’s oh-so-clever in its unfolding story and in the way it dashes back in forth from the origin event through to the mysterious events taking place in current times.

It dips into the horror genre, with some scenes that will have the hairs on the back of your neck standing at attention. Have no fear, the ‘scary’ bits are mellowed by well placed black humour. Our own Melanie Lynskey is a standout performer with her expert ability to convey emotion in the most subtle of ways.

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BOOSTED Boosted is a crowd-funding platform dedicated to supporting the arts in Aotearoa New Zealand. Since it launched in 2013, the organisation has helped over 1,000 artistic people raise a combined $8 million for their projects, nationwide. Not only does it provide support to those wishing to get projects greenlit, but it has also proved invaluable in times of creative crisis, like changing Covid-19 alert levels. You’ll find a range of artists’ campaigns on the platform where you can pledge your support.

Boost them if you don’t want to imagine a world without your favourite creatives. boosted.org.nz

SOLIDARITY GRID

FLARE

MYTHS AND MORTALS

You’ve almost certainly driven past these lampposts, but you may not know their significance. Solidarity Grid by German artist Mischa Kuball found its unique home along Park Terrace. It is based on the act of giving and the positive symbolism of light and is made up of 21 streetlamps from 21 cities around the world that donated a lamp in solidarity with Christchurch as it embarked on its rebuild.

Flare is a celebration of street art. This inaugural event, which will be annual, will bring street artists from across New Zealand to the central city, where they will unleash their creativity.

The headlining artists include Elliot Francis Stewart, Ikarus DTR, Kell Sunshine, Kophie aka Meep, Koryu, SwiftMantis, and Wongi.

There will be a number of activations and installations, walking tours, and discussions.

The ancient world’s monstrous, mighty, and mythical characters are on the loose in the latest exhibition at the University of Canterbury Teece Museum! Myths and Mortals features a collection of fascinating objects from marble sculptures and elaborate vases to jewellery and armour. The artefacts tell the tales of times gone by, epic myths, the rise and fall of empires, war, and sport.

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WATCH THIS SPACE Ernest Rutherford Tribute Designer Jacob Yikes Painters The Street Artists of DTR crew, Guy Ellis (Dcypher), Jacob Yikes, and Ikarus Location Team Hutchinson Ford west workshop wall Jacob Yikes designed this mural as a tribute to Ernest Rutherford, the famous face of our NZ$100 note.

Known as the father of nuclear physics, Ernest was born in the South Island, winning a scholarship in 1889 to study at Canterbury College (now called University of Canterbury), originally located in the Arts Centre.

Jacob, together with Dcypher and Ikarus, have creatively captured Ernest, the college he studied at, and his atom’s in a stunning homage to our local hero – someone who created a global impact, changing the course of scientific understanding through his lifelong work.

BEST FOOT FORWARD Vern and Andrea Bailey are the dynamic duo behind the iconic shoe wear stalwart Andrea Biani, located at Merivale Mall.

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ndrea Biani brings you the absolute best footwear ranges from local and international brands. Sourcing new products for the seasons ahead is often inspired by the people Andrea and Vern meet.

The couple seeks out new trends to interpret to the local market here in New Zealand.

Andrea mentions she and Vern have been in the footwear industry their entire working lives. “We both started selling shoes when we left school and moved through the ranks to be able to manage our own stores…both at the young age of 21! We met in Wellington, and after experiencing the corporate world of shoe retailing, we moved to Christchurch in 1996 and bought Andrea Biani.”

While Andrea Biani sources great shoes from every corner of the globe, its central mission is the Andrea Biani brand, and the team works passionately every season to deliver styles that will be loved and worn for years to come. They are always focused on the ethical and environmental processes to do so.

Treasure Box is the next evolution for the Andrea Biani brand. This is located right next to the flagship store in Merivale Mall.

It is described as a ‘haven full of gorgeousness’ and a place for both mothers and daughters to find great pieces to wear for everyday luxury. With brands in store such

as Deadly Ponies, Camila and Marc, Gregory, and Diesel, the aim of Treasure Box is to offer everyday luxury and sustainability in the ranges they offer.

“Being a part of the local community while raising our family really connected us to our market. We adore seeing familiar faces and celebrating their special moments, like marriage and starting their own families.

We are able to be a part of so many special journeys. We love seeing the generations within families visiting our stores here in Merivale Mall.”

You will often see Vern buzzing around Christchurch in the Andrea Biani van, making sure that shelves of both stores are filled with stock and customer orders are fulfilled.

When quizzed on Andrea Biani’s longevity here in Ōtautahi, Andrea herself mentions it’s all about keeping it real.

“Over the years, we’ve made sure we listen to our customers to keep the brand fresh and current with the latest trends of the season.”

Andrea offers some sage advice for all those shoe lovers out there.

“Wear a different pair each day, and let your shoes rest! Make sure your shoes are comfortable in store before you leave with your purchase. Nothing ever beats buying quality. And make sure you clean your shoes regularly…they will love you for it!”

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HERITAGE

ZEALANDIA’S TURPIN WORDS Wendy Riley

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harismatic, athletic, and intelligent, Jonathan Roberts came from a respectable family. A native of Cornwall, he immigrated to New Zealand with his family as a small child in 1862. After leaving school, he worked as a BNZ clerk in Timaru, Christchurch, Akaroa, and Wellington, where he later became a commission agent. In Wellington, his relationship with his former employer unravelled. In 1885 he lost a case for damages against the BNZ after they dishonoured two of his cheques due to insufficient funds, forcing him to sell investment properties and return to Christchurch.

Roberts struggled to find work, spent all he had and pawned his sports trophies to pay debts. This cycle of debt continued until, in desperation, he and some companions hatched an audacious plan to cash forged cheques. However, when one of the boys he used to present the cheques identified Roberts to the police, he was arrested.

After pleading guilty at trial, Roberts was sentenced to 12 months of hard labour in Lyttelton Gaol. Roberts fell afoul of the Law again

after his release in 1887. In Timaru, he stole a horse, was arrested, and received a sentence of five years, believed by Roberts and many of his supporters as excessive. Before he could be transported to gaol, Roberts bolted and sprinted away. Mounted police scoured South Canterbury for weeks, but he remained at large for over a month until, finally, he was apprehended in Leeston, where he had been working for a local farmer. His escape earned him another 12 months of hard labour, but Roberts wasn’t having that. While working on the prison gang at Rīpapa Island, he escaped with the help of other prisoners and swam 50 yards to the mainland, where he received sanctuary from Peninsula locals who remembered him from his time as a BNZ clerk in Akaroa.

A reward of £50 was offered for Robert’s capture, but despite the strenuous efforts of the authorities, he was never apprehended.

With the help of locals, he evaded capture for two years, living in dense Kaituna bush in two supplejack huts. Roberts then slipped across the hills and onboard a ship at Lyttelton, making his way to America and a new life.

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FEATURE

200 issues of Avenues But really, it’s 200 issues of you, dear reader. We’re so proud to fill our pages with the people of Ōtautahi. People who love the city, who contribute and connect to the vibrancy and soul in this, our antipodean corner of the Earth.

Here’s three stories – musings on the mag, from two instrumental wāhine who have helped usher along Avenues towards this new era, and we revisit the city’s foremost publican Nick Inkster. How far he has come!

For that matter, how far we all have come.

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FROM ISSUE 55 TO ISSUE 200 WORDS Kim Newth

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first started freelance writing for Avenues in October 2008. Yvonne Martin was still the magazine’s ‘new editor’ back then and had a lot of cool ideas for developing the content and layout. Both of us had prior experience writing for the Sunday Star-Times and respected each other’s work.

A few years into the role, I remember her and I talking about the concept of a threeway feature as a vehicle for exploring city projects, people and their lifestyles. Coupled with bold photography, this concept has worked well for the magazine over the years.

I recall one of my earlier, more memorable assignments, which involved going to Margaret Mahy’s home in Governors Bay in late 2009. I went there to interview her about her book Kaitangata Twitch which had just been turned into a TV series. In retrospect, the restless island depicted in the series, which was shot at Governors Bay, seemed loaded with portent of what was to come. (‘First the twitch, then the trouble…’).

Just before the first earthquake in September 2010, I went exploring the central city with architect Peter Beaven, who was keen for Christchurch’s Gothic Revival buildings to be recognised as being worthy of World Heritage status. I put together an article called Going Gothic for the August 2010 edition, which featured many eyecatching photos of the city’s stone heritage treasures. Not too many editions later, I was writing about ‘how will we rebuild?’ alongside a two-page spread of the ruined

Canterbury Provincial Council buildings.

Peter was inside when they collapsed during the February 2011 earthquake and was lucky to escape with his life.

Sadly, both Peter and Margaret have passed away since I wrote those stories. It is sobering to realise some interviews will never be repeated.

What a journey it has been, writing steadily on through the years as the city has suffered, adapted, and moved forward. Month after month, this magazine has published stories about local people and their ideas, plans, and endeavours, and the talent pool has never yet run dry.

I’ve had many adventures with Avenues, from trying out paddleboarding and Crossfit to performing at an open mic night and staying overnight at a remote musterer’s hut.

Over 145 editions, there have been so many fascinating interviews, including with author Fiona Farrell; with the Whitelock rugby boys George, Adam, Sam, and Luke; with watercolour artist Nancy Tichborne; with Christchurch dance duo Kate and Lei’ataua Limuloa; with Hugh Wilson at Hinewai Reserve. It’s a long list that continues to grow.

A magazine like this is such a team effort, and I’ve been lucky to work alongside so many talented writers, photographers, subeditors, and designers over the years.

Congratulations to Lisa, Joshua, and the team for steering Avenues to celebrate this amazing 200th edition milestone.

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AVENUES AT 200 WORDS Yvonne Martin

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or me, the title “Avenues” conjures up warm memories, like a favourite soundtrack or movie.

I had the pleasure of being the middle editor between the founding editor, the late Jon Gadsby and current editor, Joshua Brosnahan.

I was working as a Press journalist in 2008 when the opportunity to edit Avenues arose.

I expected to be in the job for three years but ended up staying 10!

Editing Avenues was a rich role of finding local stories, celebrating Canterbury people and successes, working with talented creatives and helping new and deserving businesses with exposure, especially after the earthquakes.

The first Avenues after the 2010 earthquake was produced from a beach house in Taylors Mistake. The edition that followed the 2011 quake was pieced together in my lounge on Huntsbury hill. Our team became nimble at producing magazines on the fly, replacing dated material with new and keeping a grip on the changing Christchurch landscape.

Early, pre-earthquake editions of Avenues are time capsules. Thumbing through their glossy pages is like looking in the mirror at a reflection I barely recognise. They are a nostalgic reminder of the city’s past.

One of the most memorable magazines for me was my first edition as editor in July 2008, with a cover story on arts patron and environmentalist Diana, Lady Isaac. It was a privilege writing her story while working out how to fill the rest of the magazine with what content and how. Over time, our small team found its stride and a rich abundance of stories to tell.

Visiting the cloistered but joyful world of the Carmelite nuns in Halswell for a

story was another highlight. I often think those industrious and creative women were pioneers of the lockdown we all came to know.

Every month as editor, opening the first box of Avenues, fresh from the printers, was a nervous thrill. Did the front cover work; was the printing crisp? Ever-present was the dread of finding a typo, thankfully rare.

Nowadays, I’ve swapped editing for running a business in Central Otago. Instead of wrangling words onto pages, my partner and I wrangle dogs at our rural dog daycare.

My gap year from journalism has turned into three. Working outdoors in a Central summer has its joys; there’s the chance to watch incredible cloudscapes and enjoy the field of sunflowers I’ve planted this year. It can be witheringly hot outside, but a leap into the Clutha River revives the soul. Winter can be bracing but frigid mornings often give way to fine, clear days. Once or twice a year, we watch dogs and our horse cavorting in the snow. Only on a handful of days do I miss working in the comfort of an office.

It’s been refreshing to start a new venture and see where it leads. In so many surprising ways, dogs have been a conduit to meeting diverse, interesting people and becoming part of their daily lives. The morning dropoffs and afternoon pickups mirror those outside New Zealand schools every weekday. Only here, the pupils being dropped off with rain jackets and marked lunchboxes are fourlegged and don’t talk back.

Congratulations, Avenues, on reaching the 200-edition milestone. Long may you continue to bloom and prosper and reflect Canterbury’s special people and places. We’ll be raising a glass from afar.

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SERVICE IDENTITY WORDS Kim Newth PHOTOS Ashleigh Robertson

Thinking big for the future, even as Omicron cases rise, is Christchurch bar owner Nick Inkster whose passion for the central city and its heritage buildings first earned him a spot on the cover of Avenues in August 2017.

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y this spring, one of the city’s oldest surviving church buildings is due to be up and running as a hospitality venue, equipped with live music and bigscreen sports entertainment. The former Trinity Congregational Church, dating back to the 1870s, is next to Inkster Company’s other recent addition on Manchester Street, Paddy McNaughton’s Irish Pub in the restored Shand’s Emporium building.

I remember talking to the Trinity’s former owners not long after its stone tower had come crashing down in the February 2011 earthquake (a city waits, Avenues, Issue 82).

There were so many uncertainties back then around its future. Thankfully the Christchurch Heritage Trust came to the rescue, purchasing the building in 2013 for strengthening and restoration. Eleven years later, amid a pandemic, this slice of heritage is in great shape and preparing to open once again.

Nick’s passion is to breathe new life into old stone and timber with top-notch hospitality ventures. The former Christchurch builder came home after the earthquakes, pouring money made in Australia’s oil and gas industry into the dream of a vintage-style central city bar. He set up O.G.B. in one of the few old buildings still standing. It has been an outstanding success, repeatedly selected by our readers as the city’s top bar. A glamorous cocktail bar was added in 2018 (Parlour), and O.G.B.’s Courtyard is a popular go-to for casual drinks and dining.

The growing Inkster stable, which includes the exclusive cavern-style Austin Club and Lyttelton’s Civil & Naval, has an emphasis on table service and smaller-scale venues

that take less than 100 people. It is a model that has worked well through the pandemic.

With the Trinity Congregational Church, he’s taking a punt that better times are coming and leapfrogging to a much bigger space that can hold 500 people inside and many more in a spacious courtyard out front.

“Our goal is to open seven days for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It looks amazing inside with its timber ceiling and stone wall heritage features.

The church was designed acoustically – we’re looking forward to offering this as a beautiful live music venue for both local musicians and bigger names. We lost so much in the earthquakes.

Opening something like this is not just about selling a few drinks. It’s about giving people an opportunity to come in and appreciate a stunning old building and share their memories as well.”

Before he passed away, Nick’s late father advised him never to give up on his hospitality ambitions, and Nick has stayed the course through eight challenging years since then. With positive encouragement from his now business partners, Andrew and Richard Norton, he is well-placed to meet future growth goals. He has a single-minded determination to keep going – and growing.

“I’m still really excited for Christchurch. The cathedral is being rebuilt in the heart of the city.

Apartments are going up on Manchester Street, and we’ve already got people coming into Paddy McNaughton’s saying it’s their closest local pub. The central city is the best ‘suburb’ of all because it has the best amenities.”

Commenting on Avenues’ 200th edition, Nick says it’s an amazing achievement. “I’ve always appreciated what Avenues has done for this city.”

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“There’s been a huge surge in women moving into leadership positions.”

Claire Evans, Rebecca Scott, and Paula Nicolaou

IN DETAIL

THE CHANGING FACE OF LEADERSHIP

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ane Neave is one of Aotearoa’s leading law firms, and culture has been the cornerstone of the firm’s success since the 1860s. The firm is tackling 2022 head-on with an eclectic, diverse and most importantly, strong partnership at the helm – 40 per cent of these being women. Meet three: Claire Evans, Paula Nicolaou, and Rebecca Scott.

“Law has always been a profession with plenty of women – it’s just that the leaders have traditionally been men,” according to Rebecca.

“Receptionists, PAs, and legal assistants have generally always been women. It’s really encouraging to see women bringing a different perspective to leadership, and this diversity represents the makeup of our firm.”

Lane Neave is a major national firm – one of the ten largest in the country. With offices here on Cambridge Terrace and throughout the country, the firm has won awards and recognition for Corporate and Commercial, Banking and Finance, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Insurance and Employment Law, as well as Employer of Choice and Law Firm of the Year. This is thanks to the inclusive environment fostered.

Claire mentions that when she was a junior lawyer, she was “the only female in the meeting”.

“These days, not only will there be a couple more women at the table, your client will most probably be female. I’ve been a lawyer for 20 years, and in that relatively short period of time, there’s been a huge surge in women moving into leadership positions.”

Claire was promoted to a partner while raising two children.

“I like to think I can show the generation coming through that you can be at the top of your game, with happy children and a family life. Lane Neave allowed me to do both, so I am very thankful from that perspective.”

Paula has been a lawyer for 25 years, and has a similar story.

“Working in building and construction, it was hard starting out. It was a room full of men, all of the time. It’s still mostly men, but now they’re perfectly accepting of women in this area. Being a woman in law is no longer a barrier with clients. I have a great team of both men and women, and they are all respected by our clients.

“We’re at the point now where we can do away with discussions about ‘women in law’.

It no longer needs to be a point to raise. It’s just women doing a great job, and Lane Neave reflects that.”

Claire acknowledges the need for the partners and firm to “keep on changing”.

“We’re certainly not saying we’re there yet – we want to keep on changing and bringing in all sorts of diversity every year, as society changes as well.”

According to Paula, she’s not part of a ‘stuffy law firm’. “We are a pragmatic, eclectic partnership. At partnership level, our personalities are so incredibly different, and this is the strength Lane Neave has. It’s not just a bunch of old men in the same suits. We’re there to serve. We’re there to help people at some of the biggest, most stressful times, or the biggest financial deal, of their lives. We’re passionate about making that process as easy as possible, and we have the diversity to help with that.”

Rebecca highlights that they are all “proud of our people at Lane Neave”.

“Essentially, the only difference law firms have is their people. We all have the same computers and the same resources. We practice the same law. There’s 150 years of history with our staff, and an equal amount of history with our clients. That’s what makes us.

That’s what feeds into our future.”

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EDUCATION

MEET ST MARGARET’S COLLEGE’S NEW HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL Bridget Compton-Moen has more than 25 years of teaching experience in New Zealand and internationally.

Having worked with age groups ranging from pre-school to Year 8, Bridget is looking forward to getting to know a thriving community of students, staff, and parents at SMC’s Junior School, which caters for girls in Year 0–6.

Bridget shares her excitement for taking on the role, and what is ahead this year.

“What is most striking about SMC’s Junior School is the warm, supportive, and family-focused environment.

The girls flourish as a result of the small class sizes and individual classrooms, which enable our specialist Junior School teachers to form deep relationships with their students. Our teachers really understand the girls’ specific learning needs and are committed to their well-being.

“We are intent on getting the core curriculum right, ensuring the girls are engaged in their learning, with a strong grasp on literacy and numeracy and the skills they need to succeed through Junior School and into our Middle School.

“This year, we are implementing a structured literacy approach for our Year 4–6 students, having seen

incredible success with our Year 1–3 girls. This is an approach based on years of scientific research that really enables girls to crack the code of reading from the get-go.”

Bridget also plans to implement a Future Problem Solving (FPS) programme. She says, “SMC is well known for its strong track record in FPS in the Middle and Senior Schools. We are excited to introduce this critical thinking programme for our younger girls, which will build on the innovative Creative and Digital Technologies programme offered across our Junior School.”

Bridget is enjoying developing relationships with SMC’s Senior School students. The College has a strong focus on holistic education, designed to strengthen character, service and leadership. As part of this, a Junior School Council, made up of Year 12-13 students, has responsibility for building connections with their ‘little sisters’ and acting as mentors.

“I’m thrilled to be working alongside our incredible students and staff and looking forward to being a part of the wider SMC community,” Bridget adds.

If you would like further information on the opportunities available to your daughter at St Margaret’s College, please contact Admissions Manager Susie Campbell on 033532563 or enrol@stmargarets.school.nz.

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THE ST ANDREW’S COLLEGE DIFFERENCE As 2022 begins, the St Andrew’s College purpose ‘Together building better people for life’ remains central to all that they do at the school. Staff and the community are strongly committed to the holistic development of the students through classroom learning and encouraging their participation in the many sporting and cultural activities, spiritual and service commitments, and social activities on offer in the world-class environment at St Andrew’s.

With the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the focus on student well-being has never been more important. St Andrew’s students undertake a full programme of well-being strategies, which help them develop a broad set of character strengths, virtues, and competencies, in addition to cultivating their intellectual minds. This approach encourages adaptability and resilience in students and helps them to achieve their potential, even when they are faced with challenges.

The 2022 student leadership team, led by Head Girl Grace Lawrence and Head Boy Harry Withers, have come up with a clever theme, ‘Unity Builds Community’, which reflects the importance of nurturing the College community in uncertain times. They are encouraging students to feel a true sense of belonging while at school and to look out for one another as they embark on a new journey together in 2022. stac.school.nz | 03 940 2000

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he Oxford Terrace house is located in the heart of Christchurch, along the Avon River and overlooking the Oi Manawa National Earthquake Memorial.

The site is on the southern side of the river, with perimeter walls on the east and west boundaries. The home is a converted twostorey plus basement, concrete block, office building, originally built in 1979 and designed by Trengrove and Blunt. Dalman Architects took on the redesign and repurposing of the building.

The existing walls are boundary to boundary to the east and west, so much consideration was made around windows and natural light for each space. The existing roof structure was very low on either side, so a decision had to be made early on as to whether retaining the existing was feasible or if a new roof and structure was a better approach. The decision was to proceed with a new roof and structure. Running of services, including plumbing, drainage, heating and extraction, and insulation, required careful consideration internally to avoid packing out the walls any more than necessary as the building was only just over five metres wide.

Interior designer Kirsty Lawrence worked with the clients on the interiors. They wished to create a contemporary, minimalist home (Helen is an artist and Barry restores and maintains cars and bikes), complementing the existing architecture, with living on the top level and an office, art studio, and workshop on the lower. An extension to the rear provides a garage, creating a garden terrace above, off the master bedroom.

The home is open plan, maximising the natural light provided through many skylights in the new roof. With Helen being an artist, making the best use of the length of the building was imperative in creating beautiful spaces for art pieces to be displayed. A ‘light shaft’ was designed between the floors to ensure the art studio was well lit and ventilated, connecting the two levels.

Internally, to create the contemporary, light-filled home the clients were after, a white and light timber palette was established early on to provide a relaxing and neutral backdrop for artworks.

Once agreeing on a new roof, it was decided that the new steel structure would remain exposed throughout the home. This led to

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many of the design decisions with all detail elements expressed in black.

The existing concrete block, newly painted, retains the original architecture from the outside.

Kingspan Kooltherm allowed the existing block walls to be well insulated continuously.

Kingspan Technical Services Manager, Killian Smith said they used Kooltherm K17 for high thermal performance and vapour control, keeping the construction footprint to a minimum. “We worked with the design team to ensure the solution offered met the compliance criteria to H1 and E3. E3 was particularly important because the mixed construction types including the lower level walls which were mostly masonry.”

The external appearance was important to Helen and Barry, given the location. “This

immediate area is quite unique for the survival of mid-century architecture, including Miles Warren’s across the river and John Trengrove’s two (ours and next door). We are thrilled to have found our unique building in such good company and with enough space to live and work.”

A key aesthetic consideration throughout the home was window joinery. Reeded glass provides privacy and interest whilst tinted glass assists with heat and UV from the skylights.

Narrow frames provide a minimalist approach.

The house has several honours, including winning the Here magazine NZ Apartment/ Townhouse Award and the Housing – Alterations and Additions Award at the NZ Institute of Architects National Awards. It was also a Best House Aotearoa finalist.

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IT’S TIME TO BE HAPPY

A Lynette McFadden Business Owner & Mentor Harcourts gold @lynette_mcfadden

s we travel through 2022, I’ve decided to share some of the relevant and essential things to the way I’m looking at the year ahead.

Firstly, I’m excited at the prospect of a year that’s brighter and kinder – and for me, a little quieter. I’m also furiously reading about two subjects in particular. The market, yes, that most important of subjects when your working existence depends on it, and happiness.

Both subjects are covered by exhaustive resources. For the market, the material is more analytical – and potentially controversial. The other is more difficult to categorise because happiness, whilst being easy to explain, can be difficult to enact for many of us.

There’s even a Happiness Pie! Yes, a neat and tidy pie chart, originally proposed in 2005 by researchers Sonja Lyubomirsky, Kennon Sheldon, and David Schkade. Put simply, they decided that 50 per cent of what

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determines happiness is genetically driven (not ideal for some of us!), and 40 per cent is your intentional activity. A mere 10 per cent is your life circumstance. This could be your occupation, financial status, possessions; all the things that supposedly have huge relevance to our personal happiness.

Who would have known? Coming from an optimistic clan, I’m even more encouraged to find that engaging in positive, intentional activities involving exercise, connection with others, sleeping well, and eating consciously all add to your happiness.

This confirms the broader idea that all of us can take deliberate and relatively easy steps towards a happier state of mind. It’s not necessarily about big possessions; it can be the simplest things that lead to happiness. Two of mine are time with my loved ones – talking, laughing, listening – and a daily walk.

Here’s to you finding yours in the incredible year we all have ahead of us.

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othing says indulgent luxury quite like the combined shades of chocolate and gold, embodied here with a wall in Resene Bronze and handmade art in metallic Resene Bullion.

The luxury has been given a paired-back natural vibe with accents in jute, glass, pottery, wood, and bronzed brass, all set around the Charlie dining table from Frobishers. The scene is set for an intimate evening of relaxed entertaining; it is a comforting cocoon of earthy delights.

Candlelight creates an inviting space, and this can be achieved with a portable LED Lamp from Infinite Definite. This rechargeable light’s natural bronze tones and curved shape complement any space and can follow your evening from dining to living spaces.

To add tonal layers of interest, bring in unique combinations of stoneware and glass. This sculptural water jug in chocolate and the glass vase with brass detail in butterscotch create an earth-toned vignette.

Rattan is well and truly back in style, and the Dustin chair from Frobisher is at home with almost any table and is a versatile piece to update your dining room for a more contemporary, natural style. The black framing brings a sophisticated edge to this earthy look.

The space is tied together by the natural jute tones of this handwoven rug. It has a grounding effect, adding warmth and texture without overpowering the room.

Jute is perfect for creating a relaxed interior and works beautifully with other natural materials such as rattan.

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WHICH HUE FOR YOU?

MAIN IMAGE: Charlie Dining Table by Maison 55 from Frobisher, Dustin Dining Chair from Frobisher; Luxor Glass Vase in Butterscotch, Poets Dream Water Jug in Chocolate from A&C Homestore; Cadiz Floor Rug in Natural from Corcovado; Plant and Planter stylist’s own; painted in Resene Bronze and Resene Bullion from Resene ColorShops.

LEFT: Carrie LED Lamp in Bronzed Brass from Infinite Definite; Profile Vase in Coffee from A&C Homestore; Gum Nut Stems from Corcovado. ABOVE: Profile Vase in Coffee from A&C Homestore; 101 Geta Tray in Coffee from Frobisher; Food from The Social Platter Co.

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Journey coast to coast via the Southern Alps on the world-renowned TranzAlpine. Sit back, relax and enjoy the never ending views as you travel from Christchurch to the West Coast. Our scenic train service is back, operating four days a week until May. We cannot wait to welcome you on board!

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DESTINATION

From water to wine

TARANAKI

WELLINGTON

HAWKES BAY

WAIRARAPA

MARLBOROUGH

QUEENSTOWN FIORDLAND

Aotearoa really is a stunner, right? The following pages traverse this little country and reveal some of the best bits it has to offer. There are hidden luxury lodges, majestic maunga landscapes, prehistoric rainforests, one of the greatest train journeys in the world, and a wine trail that you’ll be rushing to explore.

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Extend your summer As the back-to-work blues come creeping in, it’s time to extend your summer with an adventure to Taranaki, crowned the sunniest spot in New Zealand for 2021. Embrace long sun-filled days and be energised by picture-perfect views.

Treat yourself to delicious cuisine, lose track of time admiring unique and passionately crafted art, glorious gardens, and endless black-sand beaches. Discover this region like no other, blessed with a majestic maunga and brimming with things to see and do in the ultimate new North Island experience, and all just a 90-minute direct flight away.

Reset and recharge for the year ahead, and discover Taranaki today.

FOOD AND HOSPITALITY

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Is it even a weekend escape without treats and overindulgence? Taranaki has a dining scene that is set to impress and famously hospitable cafés and restaurants that transform fresh local produce into memorable and mouth-watering dishes. It’s known for killer coffee, relaxed dining, and a huge range of eateries; you can’t really go wrong. There are the tried-and-true from Social Kitchen, Monica’s, and Shinning Peak to some newbies who pack a serious flavour punch and are well worth a try: Liardet Street Projects, Ember, Vin Bar, and Toret Cucina.

Taranaki is one big playground for explorers and ocean and nature lovers. Push pause and reconnect with Mother Nature’s masterstrokes right around the maunga.

Explore a wonderland of walking trails, scale Paritutu Rock or spend those last summer days basking on the beach and diving in and out of epic surf. Grab a camera and head up Taranaki Maunga to be enthralled by birdsong, flora, fauna, the rocky scree slopes, magical alpine tussocks, and simply breathtaking views.

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FAMILY FUN

CAPTIVATING CULTURE

Experience unrivalled adventures and create summer memories to last a lifetime in Taranaki. Venture on the high seas with Chaddy’s Charters to spot seals or share a surf lesson on one of Surf Highway 45’s famous breaks. Family fun takes it up a gear at Hillsborough Holden Museum’s Hideaway Luge and Miniputt. Cool off by plunging down the rocky waterslide at Wilkies Pools. Discover a time gone by at Pioneer Village, or head to Pukeiti, where you can book a hut and sleep among the treetops.

Let the region’s rich history unfold and fascinate you as you journey around Taranaki Maunga. Dive deep into fascinating events and intriguing Māori history. Learn poignant tales about the region’s pioneering characters at the fantastic selection of museums found across the region. Uncover the incredible exhibitions and ancient artefacts on display at Puke Ariki in New Plymouth, Aotea Utanganui in Pātea and last but not least, the Tawhiti Museum and the Traders and Whalers Exhibition in Hāwera – perfect for families.

MECCA FOR THE ARTS

FEEL AT EASE

Taranaki’s vibrant and talented creative scene will rekindle your love of art. The region is a magnet for art lovers, creatives, and budding collectors, and this spills out onto the streets with beautiful sculptures, installations, and funky street art woven throughout buildings, walkways, and attractions. The region is also home to the staggering collection of life works from internationally renowned kinetic sculptor and filmmaker and Christchurch-born Len Lye at the Govett Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre.

Taranaki ticks all the boxes when it comes to being a perfect long weekend destination. With a short, direct flight, travel is easy, and the views over the Southern Alps and Taranaki Maunga are spectacular. Despite alert level changes, there’s plenty to do and see safely in Taranaki and the space to feel at ease. Check out the ‘three-day Taranaki guide’ at taranaki.co.nz/visit for all the best things to see and do. With your vaccine pass on hand, it’s time to make the most of the sun and extend your summer fun in Taranaki.

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Further into Fiordland Have you ever dreamt of exploring Fiordland? Take a Milford road trip through Fiordland National Park, wander along the Piopiotahi Milford Sound foreshore, and admire Rahotu Mitre Peak’s spectacular views.

Have you considered basing yourself in Te Anau and taking day trips full of adventure or embracing nature and a slower pace of life on a cruise in Patea Doubtful Sound? There has never been a better time; feel inspired and refresh your soul with a trip to Fiordland.

TIME TO HIKE

TIME TO RIDE

Fiordland is a paradise for hiking enthusiasts as it is home to not only three of New Zealand’s ten Great Walks but it also has an abundance of day hikes. Favourite day hikes include the Kepler track. Take a water taxi across Lake Te Anau to start your hike up to Luxmore Summit; you will most likely find cheeky kea waiting to greet you at the top. The second is Lake Marian Track. Short, steep, and filled with native forest, birdsong, and waterfalls, you finish your climb at a spectacular hanging valley and glacial carved lake.

Te Anau offers kilometres of excellent biking trails. Hire a bike in town, then hit the Lake2Lake Cycle Trail, which follows the Waiau River from Lake Te Anau to Lake Manapouri. Be sure not to miss stopping in at Te Pungana o Manu Te Anau Bird Park to see the takahē along the way or park up the bikes at Rainbow’s Reach and take a detour along the Kepler Track. For the cruisers among us, enjoy the gentle lakefront tracks and stunning views looking north towards the start of the Milford Track.

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TIME TO CAST OFF

TIME TO CRUISE

Fiordland is internationally recognised as one of the best trout fishing regions in the world; fishermen (and women) travel far and wide to fish the rivers and lakes in this area.

Get out into the wilderness with some of the most knowledgeable fishing guides in the country. Gin-clear waterways are home to abundant stocks of brown and rainbow trout, making it an ideal activity for serious anglers or those wanting to just have a go.

The serenity of sailing Fiordland is indescribable, making it the perfect home for many cruise boats. Breathe in the crisp, cool air, discover hidden lakes and waterfalls, take short walks, explore islands, glowworm caves, and natural treasures. For the more adventurous, why not jump aboard a jet boat and be delighted by the beautiful scenery, travelling down the Waiau River until you reach the majestic Lake Manapouri?

TIME TO RELAX

TIME TO FLY

Relax and recharge in Te Anau, the basecamp for Fiordland, during your next big adventure.

Stroll along the lakeside at sunset, enjoy a picnic below the Murchison Mountains, join the locals and take a dip in the clear, tranquil waters, play a slow 18 holes of golf at the Te Anau Golf Club while soaking up incredible views, or book a massage, spa or sauna to soothe those achy limbs after completing a challenging day hike.

Take to the sky; seeing Fiordland from above is breathtaking. Scenic flights enable you to explore further into the untouched beauty of the National Park. Catch a sunset in Tamatea Dusky Sound, land at the top of Sutherland Falls, one of the highest waterfalls in the world, or experience the thrill of takeoff and landing on water in the South Island’s only floatplane. Flying in Fiordland is an unforgettable experience!

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Autumn adventures in Queenstown Summer’s drawing to a close, and even the most optimistic among us can’t pretend we’re on holiday anymore. Which means it’s time to plan your autumn getaway. Well-being experts say it’s important always to have something to look forward to, and who are we to argue?

Autumn in Queenstown is all about soaking up the scenery, topping up your tank at one of the region’s many spas, and indulging your senses with spectacular food and wine. This year’s special; because it’s our last chance to have Queenstown’s all to ourselves before the world returns.

Here’s some inspiration to help you plan the ultimate relaxing autumn escape.

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GET AMONGST IT

ON YOUR BIKE

Immerse yourself in the peaceful landscape of the Southern Alps. There are walks for all abilities, from a stroll around Lake Hayes admiring the reflections to one of the region’s Great Walks. A favourite local hike is Sawpit Gully for rich autumn colour in Arrowtown.

Hire a bike and head out along Lake Whakatipu to explore the Kelvin Heights sculpture trail. Or book an e-bike and take a day trip to Gibbston Valley for blissful peddling, wine tasting, and cheese munching. Top tip, arrange a shuttle pickup at the end to avoid tired legs.

RELAX AND UNWIND

FOODIE DELIGHTS

Wind down after your adventures with yoga and a massage at Nadi Wellness. Try Salt Float Spa for the ultimate stress reliever or soak in the stunning Onsen Hot Pools overlooking the Shotover River. For a full recharge, Millbrook Resort combines tranquil relaxation with luxury. Or escape to secluded Aro Ha, rated one of the best wellness retreats in the world.

Try the mighty local Pinot Noir for yourself at Mt Rosa winery. Then drop in to Arrowtown for a bite at the Dishery, or head to the famous Blue Door for an evening of whisky and live music. Locals love Akarua Wines and Kitchen by Artisan for tasty food in a gorgeous garden setting. Or check out the Gin Garden, Queenstown’s new boutique gin tasting room in Arthurs Point.

To plan your autumn Queenstown getaway, check out queenstownnz.co.nz

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KINROSS 2300 Gibbston Highway, Queenstown kinross.nz Rated #1 Value Hotel in Queenstown on TripAdvisor, Kinross Winery is the perfect place for you, your partner (and even your dog) to have a break in the valley of vines. Cellar Door to five local wineries, you can try the latest releases from the Godfather of Central Otago wine Alan Brady, local boutique favourites, and award-winning global superstar reds. All hotel packages include complimentary wine tastings, hot tub sessions, and gourmet breakfasts.

WE LOVE…

…the crackle of the outdoor fire in the Wine Garden, a glass of world-beating Valli Gibbston Pinot Noir in hand, listening to local acoustic musicians on a Sunday afternoon. Bliss.

HIDDEN LODGE 28 Evergreen Place, Sunshine Bay hiddenlodgequeenstown.co.nz Queenstown’s most luxurious bed and breakfast Hidden Lodge promises total relaxation, while the hosts make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Enjoy serenity and uninterrupted views of Lake Wakatipu, The Remarkables, and Cecil Peak. Minutes from the heart of Queenstown, all four stunning suites boast incredible views, complete with spacious ensuites. The communal areas and extensive gardens are the perfect spaces to relax before or after a day out.

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…the passionate team at Hidden Lodge – they are on hand to help with suggestions for local dining or activities. We guarantee your stay with them will be memorable.

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TRANZALPINE From Christchurch to Greymouth greatjourneysofnz.co.nz Experience the South Island’s striking natural landscape from the comfort of your seat on the TranzAlpine scenic train.

You’ll pass through epic vistas, traverse the Southern Alps, and see the countryside from a different angle. This epic journey covers 223 kilometres one way, taking just under five hours. Return the same day or make it a weekend away on the West Coast. The train departs Christchurch in the mornings and Greymouth after lunch.

There is an onboard café available, serving freshly brewed coffee and tasty meals.

WE LOVE…

…no matter the weather, panoramic windows offer the best views! Along with the audio commentary and friendly staff on board, it’s a journey to remember.

CROWNE PLAZA 93 Beach Street, Queenstown queenstown.crowneplaza.com The Crowne Plaza Queenstown is where you will find yourself reconnecting with powerful landscapes and inspiring mountain and lake views. The hotel is on a privileged site opposite the historic Steamer Wharf and prime lakeside eating, drinking, and entertainment destinations. Here you’ll experience the pleasure of being right in the heart of Queenstown. Crowne Plaza’s 139 hotel rooms are designed to make the most of the beautiful scenery surrounding the hotel, with a mix of different room types to suit and impress everyone.

WE LOVE…

… the on-site food offerings from Threesixty Restaurant and Bar, with floor-to-ceiling windows and easy access to Lake Wakatipu. The Crowne Plaza is also coupled with ample on-site parking.

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TRAVELLING THE WINE LINE The Classic New Zealand Wine Trail is set up to celebrate what makes Kiwi vino and food so great. It’s so-called because it joins up three major wine regions and our capital city, covers 380km, and is home to around 230 wineries and 120 cellar doors, contributing to about 80 per cent of New Zealand’s wine production. With four main stops, you’ll see these centres in ways you haven’t before. Hawke’s Bay is the land of robust Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot; in Wairarapa, Pinot Noir gets star billing; Wellington is the coffee, cocktail, and craft beer capital; and Marlborough is the blockbuster Sauvignon Blanc country.

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ith over 75 per cent of New Zealand’s wine industry, stretched across valleys, and 20 per cent of New Zealand’s coastline, woven through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, Marlborough is worldrenowned for producing wines with a pure intensity that simply can’t be found anywhere else in the world, so it’s a fitting place for the southernmost stop of the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail. Thanks to this geographically diverse landscape, combined with an enviable climate, wines of unmatched intensity and aroma are grown, including arguably New Zealand’s most famous wine, the Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.

More than 30 cellar doors offer tastings; there are many ways to explore the region’s wine trail and winery restaurants. Cycling, driving, and private or group tours are all brilliant options to explore the Marlborough wine region.

On top of the excellent wine options in Marlborough, there is plenty to do, from the

wonders of Marlborough Sounds to charming Blenheim. Take in the art and sculptures on the Lochmara Sculpture Trail or, if you’re after a nature kick, kayak the Pelorous River in Havelock or tackle the Queen Charlotte Track. The region is also home to plenty of spots to try some incredible food, including the classic Kiwi cafés and the award-winning establishments, Arbour and Scotch Wine Bar. Indulge your sweet tooth at Makana Confections; the factory is set up like a cellar door where you can watch the masters make their chocolates, taste a few samples, and shop for delicious treats. Marlborough is also home to a number of accommodation options with family-friendly motor lodges through to the more luxe. Stay in one of the many luxury retreats and resorts or lodges in the Marlborough Sounds, or stay close to the vines at the Marlborough Vintners Hotel or St Leonards Vineyard Cottages.

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TE WHARE RA WINES Family owned and operated TWR wines are proudly certified organic, hand-picked, hand-sorted and one of the oldest vineyards in Marlborough, planted in 1979.

WAIRAU RIVER WINES Opening in 1992, the Wairau River Restaurant and Cellar Door is one of the region’s original wine tourism destinations, with exquisite cuisine and award-winning wines.

NO. 1 FAMILY ESTATE No. 1 Family Estate is dedicated exclusively to Methode Traditionelle wines. All are produced from topquality, hand-harvested grapes grown exclusively for making this style of wine.

YEALANDS ESTATE Whether you are going for a wine tasting, a self-guided bike tour round the white road, or taking in the stunning views of the coastline (and on a good day – the North Island), Yealands Estate is a must-do when visiting the Marlborough region.

Founded by (now retired) Peter Yealands, it is all about sustainability, using Marlborough’s sunshine hours not only to ripen the grapes but power the winery too.

A little city with a big heart Wellington is smack bang in the middle of the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail, and it fulfils its role perfectly. Wellington is a compact city with a compelling mix of culture, history, nature, and cuisine. Fuel your days with strong coffee, wander through hidden laneways, and discover New Zealand’s stories in interactive museums. Be inspired in theatres and galleries and fill your suitcase with local designs and tasty treats from the boutiques and markets. Surprise your tastebuds with equally delicious and exciting cuisine in the city’s renowned restaurants, cocktail lounges, and craft beer bars. Immerse yourself in nature in the city’s outdoor playground, and explore by bike, foot, kayak, or ferry.

CULTURE CAPITAL

CULINARY CAPITAL

There’s plenty to inspire in Wellington with movie-making magic and award-winning museums, world-class performing arts, Māori culture, history, and art all around the city. There are interactive, ground-breaking displays at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa and fascinating local history at Wellington Museum and Petone Settlers Museum. Space Place has tales of New Zealanders involved in space discovery, and art lovers are spoilt for choice with City Gallery Wellington, The Dowse Art Museum, the national art collection at Te Papa’s Toi Art, and contemporary Māori, Pacific, and New Zealand art at Pātaka Art + Museum.

Wellington’s reputation as New Zealand’s culinary capital is well-deserved, with more eateries and bars per capita than New York City.

Get the full Wellington gastronomical experience with brunch and coffee at a local café, visit a market, sip local wine and craft beer, dine at an acclaimed eatery, and end with a perfectly made cocktail. With around 20 local roasteries, you’re never far from a freshly roasted coffee bean in Wellington. Find a perch outside Swimsuit and watch the world go by with an iced white in hand, enjoy an Acme coffee and a Tomboy doughnut at Squirrel or visit the café and roastery that was a pioneer of Wellington’s world-famous coffee culture, L’affare.

TASTE THE CITY

CRAFT BEER CAPITAL

Wellington packs a punch when it comes to food. Taste your way around the world at cafés, restaurants, bistros, bars, and pubs serving up some of the best culinary experiences imaginable. Eat a little or a lot and sample the flavours of Aotearoa and beyond at award-winning eateries serving everything from pub grub to five-course degustation menus. Try fun casual eats at Mr Go’s and 1154 Pastaria, laid-back luxury at Loretta and Jardin Grill, or grab a bite from the many food trucks at the Harbourside Market on Sundays.

Wellington is home to many craft beer bars and boutique breweries that have paved the way for New Zealand’s craft beer revolution.

Park up at a cosy bar or sit al fresco in the sun, and sample the lagers, ales, sours, stouts, and everything in between that has put Wellington on the map as the craft beer capital. Ghuznee Street boasts a fantastic line-up of brew bars, including Whistling Sisters, Fortune Favours, and Choice Bros.

Head south and stretch your legs at Lyall Bay Beach before heading to Parrotdog, a relaxed brewery serving up cold pints and chill vibes.

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Wairarapa warmth

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ust a quick drive from Wellington, the Wairarapa is a region full of character. This stop on the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail is where country warmth and hospitality meets world-class food and wine. Under its big skies, Wairarapa offers wildly different experiences from the intimate and cosy through to exploration of the wide-open spaces.

Several towns make up the Wairarapa region.

Martinborough is a genuine ‘wine village’, perfectly set up to cater to tourists and wine lovers alike. Relative to other wine-producing areas, the wineries in Martinborough are small and largely family-owned; everything is so close.

You can walk (or bike) from one winery to the next.

Being able to cycle the vines using quiet, smalltown streets, fanning out from the central Town Square, is a special Martinborough experience.

Wairarapa is home to plenty of passionate producers. You’ll find anything a foodie would desire. The hands-on growers, makers, and bakers are masters of their craft; whether they’re family farmers or gutsy newcomers, the watchword’s quality, not quantity.

In neighbouring Greytown, you’ll find a country village with metropolitan style. Impeccably preserved Victorian buildings house design and gift shops. On your list should be The French Baker and Schoc Chocolates, a gourmet chocolate studio.

If culture and art are your kicks, AratoiWairarapa Museum of Art and History in

Masterton is a great place to start, featuring Māori taonga, ceramics, paintings, textiles, and more. While in town, check out the Masterton Arts Quarter, a colourful conglomeration of Wairarapa based artists gathered to create, exhibit, and sell original artworks.

Alongside the rural and quaint town settings, there are dramatic coastlines. In the south

of the region is Palliser Bay, home to one of the region’s most luxurious accommodation options, Wharekauhau Lodge, based on a 3,200-acre working sheep station that overlooks the bay. There are several other accommodation options, including the historic Martinborough Hotel and the Copthorne Hotel and Resort Solway Park.

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Colombo Martinborough crafts wines by hand in small batches with a focus on harnessing the region’s distinctive conditions to produce elegant and expressive wines. The home block, established in 1999, provides Pinot Noir and Pinot Noir Rosé, and other varietals are sourced by working with local growers.

Alexia offers a modern take on winemaking while respecting tradition. Wives Jane and Lesley craft wines described as uncompromising single vineyard expressions of the varieties they are obsessed with making and evolving year on year. Alexia is closed for the season until the spring, so keep an eye out.

PALLISER ESTATE Specialists in Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays, Palliser Estate firmly sets its wine practice in nature. The soils and natural environment are emphasised in the wine.

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GLADSTONE VINEYARD Established on the old riverbed of the Ruamahanga River, Gladstone’s focus is to craft wine that expresses the exceptional characteristics of the soil, the climate, and the region. The Cellar Door platter food complements your tasting.

MISSION ESTATE Perhaps one of the region’s most famous labels, if not the country’s, Mission Estate is the oldest winery in New Zealand and the birthplace of New Zealand wine. Dine on the outdoor terrace as you sip on an award-winning wine.

Historic Hawke’s Bay

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awke’s Bay is New Zealand’s oldest wine Quay, take your pick from the gastropubs and region and is renowned for its Syrah, enjoy dinner while you watch the sunset over the Merlot Cabernet blends, and Chardonnay. harbour. The local craft beer and cider scene are The weather was what attracted winemakers, and it worthy of a peruse. Brave Brewing in Hastings is is ideal for people, too. The Mediterranean climate an award-winning brewery with an eatery and is complemented by the region’s rich history and taproom. Hawke’s Bay is also home to Zeffer Cider; beautiful landscapes. Well worth a stop is New at the taproom and cidery in Fernhill, you can try Zealand’s home of Art Deco architecture, Napier. everything from the original Crisp Apple Cider Here you’ll find plenty of options for great fare through to Apple Crumble and Guava and Lime. and shopping. The Central Fire Station Bistro, The region is home to nearly 40 cellar doors, housed in, you guessed it, an impressive heritage with the easy-riding Hawke’s Bay Trails providing fire station, has a menu of ever-evolving Hawke’s cycle access to a great many of them. Hawke’s Bay produce and some of the region’s best wines. Bay specialises in luxury retreats and boutique If you’re in need of a pick me up, stop by Georgia’s accommodation. Take your pick of views – from on Tennyson for a cup of coffee made from freshly vineyard and countryside to river and seaside. roasted in house beans. The Department of The Art Deco Masonic Hotel in Napier and Curiosities hosts a mix of over 30 vendors – all New Mangapapa Hotel in Havelock North both offer Zealand designer-makers. Just a five-minute drive stays in beautifully restored historic buildings, from Napier is the Ahuriri. This historic seaside while Porters Boutique Hotel in Havelock North village is packed with delicious dining options is stylish and modern. Many vineyards also have to suit every appetite. Head to the bustling West accommodation options.

CRAGGY RANGE Under the escarpment of Te Mata Peak, the cellar door, located at Giants Winery in Havelock North, is a breath-taking setting in which to taste a selection of Craggy Range wines. It also offers boutique accommodation among the vines, with options including cottages, river lodges, and a luxury lodge.

TRINITY HILL One of the first wineries established in the famed terrôir of Gimblett Gravels, Trinity Hill produces exceptional full-bodied reds and single vineyard Chardonnays. Trinity Hill Cellar Door is open seven days, with an excellent selection of platters made of local Hawke’s Bay produce.

ELEPHANT HILL Proprietors Reydan and Roger Weiss first fell in love with the beauty of the setting of Te Awanga when visiting from Germany in 2001, they have since created a stunning coastal vineyard with a sustainable mindset, and it is a Sustainable Winegrowers of New Zealand accredited vineyard.

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THREE OF NEW ZEALAND’S MAJOR WINE PRODUCING REGIONS, A CAPITAL CITY, RURAL TOWNS AND COASTAL WATERWAYS COMBINE TO CREATE THE CLASSIC NEW ZEALAND WINE TRAIL. Enjoy stunning scenery, beautiful forest parks, buzzing nightlife and indulgent food experiences as you taste your way through Hawke’s Bay, Wairarapa, Wellington and Marlborough; regions that account for more than 84% of New Zealand’s wine production.

Take it slow and savour every sip of the journey.

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Butter’s Chocolate and Caramel Tart is oh-so-naughty, but oh-so-good.

Ticking all of the key flavour boxes, we’re pretty sure it is guaranteed to make your texture dreams come true. Picture this: a rich chocolate ganache filling, silky tender caramel, and just the lightest touch of sea salt.

These complementary and balanced flavours are delicately encased in a chocolate shortcrust shell. Run, don’t walk, to get your mitts on one.

South Town Club is set to give you a hefty dose of nostalgia with its version of a Pop-Tart. Inside a casing of buttery flakey pastry, you’ll be greeted by a filling that will change regularly. Think blueberry and peach with thyme; spiced vanilla and cherry, all with a generous drizzle of icing to tie it all together. It definitely lives up to STC’s pillars of interesting, fun, and adventurous.

There are few things on earth as good as peanut butter, and when that is combined with chocolate, something magical happens.

Day Good’s peanut butter and chocolate slice is a match made in sweet treat heaven. You get plenty of bang for your buck with this slab, and we recommend taking a friend because you are definitely going to need a hand. Pair it with an iced espresso, happy days.

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Dark Chocolate and Cherry Cake WITH BRANDY BUTTERCREAM Full Time Tart owner, Sophie Petersen, has made her mark on the Christchurch cake scene. Sophie previously worked as a singer and actor across New Zealand and Australia but craved to come back to her roots in Ōtautahi. From her kitchen on Banks Peninsula, she has developed a seasonal menu full of local ingredients. With a deep chocolate sponge, a boozy buttercream, sticky jam, and crunchy candied hazelnut, this cake is perfect as we approach the cooler months.

140g full-fat milk 50g malt vinegar 260g flour 90g cocoa powder 430g brown sugar 10g baking soda 180g room temperature butter 85g canola oil 1 tsp vanilla bean paste 3 eggs 260g freshly extracted espresso or instant coffee 2/3 cup pitted cherries Cherry jam 1 cup pitted cherries 1/2 cup caster sugar 1 tbsp water Juice of a lemon and zest A knob of butter Praline 2/3 cup caster sugar 1 cup chopped hazelnuts 1 tbsp flaky sea salt Icing 250g room temperature butter 1 tsp vanilla paste 300g icing sugar 100g white chocolate 3 tbsp brandy

Preheat the oven to 170°C fan bake and line two 20cm/8-inch cake tins with baking paper.

Combine the milk and vinegar in a small bowl and set aside. Using a cake mixer, combine the flour, cocoa, brown sugar, baking soda, and butter together on a low speed until it resembles a fine crumb. In a second bowl, lightly whisk the oil, vanilla, eggs, and warm coffee.

On a slow speed, add half of the coffee mixture to the batter. Once combined, bring up to high and whip until fluffy and pale. Reduce the speed and repeat with the remainder of the coffee mixture.

Scrape down the sides of the bowl every now and again to ensure the batter is evenly whipped.

The milk/vinegar mix should now be looking quite thick and lumpy. This is what helps the cake be so deliciously soft and deep in flavour. Fold this mixture into the cake batter. Split the batter into the two prepared tins and dot the cherries evenly around the batter. Bake for 50 minutes or until a knife comes out clean. Let sit for 10–15 minutes, then turn out and wrap in clingfilm while still warm to seal in the moisture. Pop them in the fridge to cool completely.

Jam: In a saucepan, combine the cherries, sugar, water, the zest and juice of a lemon, and a wee knob of butter. Simmer away on low heat for five minutes. Using a fork, press the softened cherries to mash them up roughly. Continue to simmer for another 10–15 minutes or until reduced to a sticky jam. Stir occasionally. Remove from heat and cool.

Praline: Prepare a sheet of baking paper on a heat resistant surface. On low heat, melt the sugar completely until you have a light amber colour. Use a wooden spoon or heat resistant spatula to stir the sugar every now and again to ensure it doesn’t burn. Turn off the heat and pour in the chopped hazelnuts. Coat the hazelnuts evenly in the molten sugar. Pour out onto the baking paper and sprinkle the flaky sea salt over. Leave to cool completely. Chop roughly into small pieces and store in an airtight container until needed.

Icing: Beat butter and vanilla on high until light and pale. Sift the icing sugar in three parts.

Scraping down the side between each addition. Melt the white chocolate and fold it into the icing mix. Finally, whip the brandy in at a slow speed.

Assemble the cake however you like. Layering within the cake ensures oozing decadence.

The flavour in the cake will develop over a couple of days.

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New Regent Street’s gin gin has come up with its own rendition of the famous Clover Club cocktail using Kiwi gin. This cocktail is made from Strange Nature gin, dry vermouth, raspberry syrup, lemon juice, and egg whites, providing its signature frothy top. It is citrussy, with a tang from the raspberries, and has a full-bodied mouthfeel that is smooth on the palate.

What better way to end a gelato making class at the iconic Rollickin Gelato than a cocktail? After sampling some gelato and hearing the Rollickin story, you’ll get the chance to make your own. And to finish, you’ll be sent away with a tub of gelato and will stop off at Kong for a Rollickin-inspired cocktail. Pictured is the Pomegranate and Berries gelato cocktail.

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SUNDAY DRIVE

The Silva Bullit 1966 BEDFORD JO OWNED BY ROD THOMSON AS TOLD TO Joshua Brosnahan

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his truck was purchased and imported in 1966 by a pig farmer out at Springfield. After 10 years of use, the farmer put a small block 302 Windsor V8 under the hood. It went on to be owned by a gentleman who worked in the early years at Porters Skifield, where it was driven from Springfield to Porters six days a week for a decade before being stored in a shed for eight years. It was eventually purchased by another local, who rebuilt the engine, brakes, and suspension. I purchased the truck last August – it’s the newest addition to the Food by Fire and BASE Pizza family. We needed a smaller truck for clients that have minimal space.

We also needed another mobile pizza oven, thanks to the popularity of having our wood-fired pizza cooked at your home. With the fit-out, we worked with the real talented crew at Flaxton Iron.

Glen O’Neil and his team have a wealth of experience, talent, and techniques that can take these trucks from mundane to jaw-dropping. Everything we put onto the deck of the Bedford was handmade, from the pizza oven to the rivets that hold the tank bands on.

I love how people want to talk to you about the truck. People are drawn to old things. We all love nostalgia.

ALL ABOARD

Is your refrigerator running?

M Ali Jones Writer, broadcaster, and housebus adventurer @housebusdylan @dylanthehousebus

ouldy cheese and smelly meat products – these were the first signs that something was wrong on Dylan’s refrigeration front. As we headed back to Christchurch from the top of the South Island, it became clear we needed to fix the failing fridge. It was old and struggling, finally giving up around Murchison. Using party ice and the chilly bin, we managed to get back without scurvy, and the hunt for a new fridge began in earnest. Once again, Clinton from Lifestyle Motorhomes in Ashburton provided excellent advice, but the problem was supply.

Floor stock in various stores was all that was available for about four weeks. So, we bought the model we wanted off the floor. Welcome back, fresh food and cold beer.

In mid-Feb, I headed back to Christchurch for meetings and the weekly pub quiz. We’ve been playing as a team at Bailies in Edgeware for almost two years, and it had been several weeks since the team had been together. We came eighth. Not great, but we felt a little rusty, and there was so much to catch up on that we may have been a little unfocused.

Rob stayed back at Amberley Beach with Billy, Dylan, and Edith (our car, named after

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Edith Piaf). We’ve stayed there a bit recently as it’s only 40 minutes from Christchurch, quiet, close to amenities (supermarket and Brew Moon), and I love opening the windows to hear the sea. No sound relaxation apps are needed; it’s the real thing. On Waitangi weekend, two friends with motorhomes joined us. Nick and Rachel have a greyhound called Lucy, and Billy was pretty stoked to see her. Neil and Tony’s lovely little dog is fluffy and quite similar to what Bill used to chase around a track, so we kept him on a tight leash. Billy is not cat or small dog ‘friendly’, and although he didn’t try to eat Juno, he did lick his lips a lot as he watched her from a distance. Greyhounds are very happy around their own ‘people’.

Over the next couple of weeks, we will stay close to Christchurch as we look to park Dylan somewhere as a base. Meanwhile, there are so many great places close by Dylan and Edith can take us to – Methven (Ski Time is one of our happy places – AMAZING food and hospitality) and Hanmer, to name two. Next stop? Tai Tapu for a birthday, and the best part? We can park Dylan one minute’s walk from the pub.

P.S. New projects are getting underway on the bus – more on that next month.

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HUMANS OF ŌTAUTAHI

Carl and Yvonne A LOVE STORY

Yvonne: “Last December, Carl came into gonna die. There’s no reversal, no treatment. the store, looking at the Christmas lights, So we were prepared for her passing, my and I was tidying them up. We talked for daughter Odette and myself. We’d basically about half an hour. done our grieving because she was only a “My grandchildren came up from Queenstown, shadow of what she had been in the past. So and I took them out to the Christmas lights. I when she died, it was ‘now’s the time for the talked to him and invited him out for a coffee. new chapter, now’s the time to move on’.

I wasn’t sure where he was at emotionally, as “Chook, she always used to say to me, his wife had passed away. But I thought, even ‘when I die, you’re going to go and find as friends, that would be nice. And it just sort somebody new, and you’re going to do it of went from there. straight away,’ and I used to go, ‘no, I won’t’!

“I talked to his daughter first, and she said, And yeah, it was a month after she passed ‘Well, I just want Carl to be happy. He’s been that I met Yvonne. an amazing father and husband; [he] looked “You’ve got to live life and enjoy life. I say to after my mum’. people, ‘look – life’s about living now!’

“It’s the first time in my life that I’ve met “Experience life; enjoy the people around someone that I can be myself with and you. A measure of a person’s success has actually not be scared of doing or saying nothing to do with how much money they’ve something that he doesn’t like. got or how flash their house is; their car. A “Yeah, he’s infuriating sometimes. I’m sure I measure of a person’s success is how happy am too. We love each other very much.” they are with the people around them.

Carl: “With Chook, it was motor neuron “And I just have fun. I love life! disease. And with motor neuron disease, “And how can you really take life seriously when you get that diagnosis, you know you’re when you’re dressing up like this!” facebook.com/humansofchch 68

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